What's New In Emergency Cardiology? -

Greater availability of mobile ECMO (Extra-Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation) teams for patients failing standard ACLS in the field or ED.

Modern guidelines emphasize considering beta-blockers (e.g., esmolol) or double sequential external defibrillation (DSED) for shock-resistant rhythms.

Reduces ED overcrowding by safely discharging low-risk chest pain patients. What's New in Emergency Cardiology?

Tools like EvidenceCare are being integrated into EMRs to provide real-time, cardiology-specific decision support.

Strategies to reduce "boarding" include streamlined protocols for admitting patients who clearly meet inpatient criteria early in their visit. Innovation Impact on Care hs-cTn Protocols Tools like EvidenceCare are being integrated into EMRs

Epinephrine remains foundational, but routine use of calcium and sodium bicarbonate is discouraged unless specific indications (like hyperkalemia) are present. 🫀 Acute Heart Failure & Arrhythmias

is evolving rapidly, with 2025-2026 bringing significant shifts in how clinicians manage acute cardiac events. The focus has moved toward precision diagnostics, AI-driven triage, and more aggressive early interventions for refractory cases. 🚑 Acute Coronary Syndromes (ACS) & Triage 🫀 Acute Heart Failure & Arrhythmias is evolving

Increases sensitivity for identifying acute coronary occlusions. Efficiency in the Emergency Department - ACEP